Makalidurga Trek

escape2explore presents Karnataka`s adventurous, "Makalidurga Sunrise Trek - 2025"

Activity Location: Makalidurga Hill

Start time: 11:00 PM

End time: 01:30 PM

Trek Distance: 3-4 km

Makalidurga Height: 4,430 ft.

Trek Difficulty: Moderate

About Makalidurga Sunrise Trek:

Located 60 km from Bangalore, Makalidurga Trek is a popular getaway for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This serene hill trek offers breathtaking views of the surrounding greenery, rocky terrains, and a picturesque lake shaped like South America at its base. The trek begins near the Makalidurga Railway Station, accessible to beginners and seasoned trekkers. Spanning approximately 4–5 km, the trail is moderately challenging, taking about 2–3 hours to reach the summit.

What`s Included:

Transportation (Non-AC)

Sunrise Trek

Breakfast

Forest Charges

Guided Trek

What`s Excluded:

Water Bottle

Snacks

Anything not mentioned in Inclusions. 

Itinerary:

Day 0 - Bengaluru to Makalidurga

Meet at the designated starting point in Bengaluru and travel to Makalidurga by private transportation

Day 1 - Trek to Makalidurga Peak

03:30 AM Reach Makalidurga Trek base and start the trek

Around 05:00 AM, You will reach the Makalidurga Hill Peak

07:00 AM Descend dawn

09:30 AM Have Breakfast on the way at restaurant

11:30 AM Head back to Bangalore

Pickup Points:

1. RR Nagar (11:00 PM) - Gopalan Arcade, Mysore road

2. Banashankari (11:30 PM) - Bus Stop

3. BTM (11:40 PM) - Udupi Garden Bus Stop, Near A2B

4. Silk Board (12:00 AM) - Near Krishna Bhavan Restaurant

5. Marathahalli (12:30 AM) - Opposite to Kalamandir

6. Tin Factory (12:50 AM) - Metro Station

Things to Carry 

Torch per person with extra batteries

Government id card

Sports shoes or trekking shoes

Backpack

2 litre water bottle per person

Energy bars, and drinks

Warm jackets for the night

Track pants and cotton T-shirt

Camera (optional)

NOTE: Select Friday Date for Saturday Morning Trek | Select Saturday Date for Sunday Morning Trek

You’ll need to provide a government ID for your Trek Permit (Voter ID, Ration Card, Driving License, PAN Card, or Passport). (Aadhaar Card is not accepted).

Please help us keep the place clean! Do not litter during the trek.

We’re all about nature, so don’t expect luxury. Washrooms are available only at the hotel/homestay campsites.

By joining the trek, you understand and accept the risks involved, which can vary by destination.

escape2explore is not responsible for any lost or misplaced personal items.

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